Renew Capital Backs Local Digital Bank Affinity in Debut Ghana Investment
This marks Renew Capital's debut investment in Africa, coming hot on the heels of their latest tech fund launch, Renew Venture Lab Fund 2, in February 2024.
Kora Teams Up with Panache Ventures to Aid African Tech Founders in VC Funding Quest
This partnership was announced at an event in Lagos, Nigeria, organised by Panache Ventures and Kora.
Binance Executive Gambaryan Denies Money Laundering Charges, Faces Remand in Prison
These charges come amidst a broader regulatory crackdown targeting the cryptocurrency exchange within Nigeria.
Ghana’s Rivia Boosts Healthcare Reach: Acquires Local SaaS Firm Waffle
With the acquisition of Waffle, Rivia gets access to even more advanced software.
ThriveAgric and Acorn Rabo Bank Partner to Bring $56m Carbon Revenue to 30,000 Nigerian Farmers
In nine Nigerian states, small farmers will learn how to make their land better.
Zimbabwe Set to Resume Online Payments Post April 12 as Banks Adapt to New Currency
Zimbabwe's Reserve Bank is getting ready to bring back online payments starting April 12.
MultiChoice and Canal+ Strike Buyout Agreement
This collaboration follows Canal+'s acquisition of over 35% of MultiChoice's equity earlier this year, triggering the mandatory offer required by South African regulations.
Nigeria Set to Introduce Innovative Payment-Integrated National ID
It's all part of the NIMC Act passed in 2007, which mandates the commission to issue a General Multipurpose Card (GMPC) to citizens and legal residents.
Kenya Poised to Greenlight Historic Mobility Policy, Boosting Electric Vehicle Uptake
Kenya is gearing up for a big change in how people get around with their draft of the National E-mobility...
Tax Evasion Case Against Binance Executive Adjourned by Nigerian Court Until April 19
The Nigerian government also brought charges against Binance, including nonpayment of taxes, failure to file returns, and aiding website users in tax evasion.